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The cheapest and fastest trains from Wigan to St Helens
Showing times and prices for Dec 21
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
12 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wigan to St Helens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wigan to St Helens will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Wigan for St Helens on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 14 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
08:06AM0h14
Wigan08:20AMSt Helens
$91One-way
0 transfers
08:06AM0h14
Wigan08:20AMSt Helens
$91One-way
0 transfers
Wigan - St HelensCompare Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express
$5
16m
4 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
$9
14m
1 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Wigan to St Helens
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wigan to St Helens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€7 Average price | €3 Average price Cheapest |
46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Wigan to St Helens train times
The table below shows live departures for Wigan to St Helens trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 2:48 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:06 AM Wigan | 0h14 | 8:20 AM St Helens | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Wigan to St Helens by train or bus
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Why should you book Wigan to St Helens trains with Omio?
Northern Rail (3) as well as TransPennine Express and first_transpennine_express offer trains services from Wigan to St Helens. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Wigan to St Helens.
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail (3)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail (3), but also compare tickets for the likes of TransPennine Express and first_transpennine_express to find the best option for your trip from Wigan to St Helens.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail (3) with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Wigan to St Helens.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Northern Rail (3) tickets can be bought on Northern Rail (3)'s website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of TransPennine Express and first_transpennine_express to help you choose the right option for your journey from Wigan to St Helens.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Wigan to St Helens.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Wigan to St Helens
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Trains from Wigan to St Helens run on average 5 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 7 miles (12 km) distance in 14m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $4 (€3)
Distance 7 miles (12 km) |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 00:27 |
Last train 23:44 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $4 (€3)
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Wigan to St Helens trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Wigan and St Helens from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
16m
Cheapest Price
$5 (€4)
Northern Rail (3) frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
14m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€7)
TransPennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13m
Cheapest Price
$26 (€21)
first_transpennine_express frequency
4 a day
FAQs: Trains from Wigan to St Helens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan to St Helens by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Helens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in St Helens is sufficient to explore its main attractions and enjoy outdoor activities.
Train ticket prices from Wigan to St Helens can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $5 (€4), while the average price is around $9 (€7).
The train journey from Wigan to St Helens offers a mix of urban and semi-rural landscapes, with views of the Greater Manchester and Merseyside regions. While not renowned for dramatic scenery, passengers can enjoy glimpses of local greenery and the occasional open field.
The cheapest way to get from Wigan to St Helens is by bus, with a cost of around $4 (€3).
The first train from Wigan to St Helens leaves at 12:27 AM.
The train from Wigan to St Helens takes 14m and runs 5 per day.
The distance by train from Wigan to St Helens is 7 miles (12 km).
The last train from Wigan to St Helens leaves at 11:44 PM.
The train station in Wigan that goes to St Helens is Wigan North Western (WGN), which connects to St Helens Central (SNH).
Yes, you can take the train from Wigan to St Helens.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Wigan to St Helens.
Yes, there is a direct train from Wigan to St Helens. This service operates 5 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express.
There is no high speed train available from Wigan to St Helens.
Yes, a day trip from Wigan to St Helens is feasible. The journey takes 14m, with a distance of 7 miles (12 km), and trains run 5 times per day.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wigan to St Helens
Wigan
St Helens
The major train station for departures in Wigan is Wigan North Western. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wigan North Western for your trip from Wigan to St Helens.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:45 Saturday 05:15 - 18:45 Sunday 08:40 - 18:45
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilet is located in the subway; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Behind the ticket office to the rear of the drop off area and Taxi rank
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Wigan North Western
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Rail replacement bus pick up point can be found on the station car park.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, To Liverpool : Down a stepped ramp (40 paces, 1:10 slope) to the left of the bridge onto the platform. To Wigan : Down a ramp (44 paces, 1:10 slope) to the right of the bridge onto the platform.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Bryn
- Onward travel information: On both sides of Wigan Road for buses to Wigan, St Helens, Atherton or Leigh. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Wigan Road at the bus stops on the bridge above the station.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
The major train station for arrivals in St Helens is St Helens Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Helens Central for your journey to St Helens from Wigan.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:50 - 20:40 Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 Sunday opening April to August is 0800 - 2200
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park - FREE FOR RAIL USERS - MUST DISPLAY A PARKING PERMIT WHICH IS AVAILABLE FROM THE BOOKING OFFICE ON PURCHASE / PRODUCTION OF VALID RAIL TICKET
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to Wigan bound platform. Access by underground subway to Liverpool platform with steep ramps. Lift open for all services.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for St Helens Central
- Onward travel information: Bus station 400 yards from rail station. (5 minutes walk). Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Station forecourt (off Shaw Street).
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:50 - 23:35 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - Access to both platforms via road footbridge. Wigan bound platform accessed via long slope. Liverpool bound platform accessed via a graded slope with rest landings.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Thatto Heath
- Onward travel information: Bus stops 100m from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Thatto Heath Road - near the Police Station for Liverpool and outside the Railway Station for St Helens.
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:05 - 23:50 Sunday 08:20 - 23:35
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Level access to the Manchester platform including tactile guidance path from main street, car park and bus interchange. Alternative access to Manchester platform is up stepped ramp from Helena Road. Access to the Liverpool bound platform has a long severe ramp and is via a locked gate. Station staff have a key. The access ramp is cobbled and has a safety barrier at the bottom in Helena Road. Alternative access is via an open step bridge with 27 steps to each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for St Helens Junction
- Onward travel information: Bus interchange adjacent to station front. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus turning circle outside the station.
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